parking brake TOYOTA FR-S 2013 (in English) Owner's Manual

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5-1. Essential information
Towing with a sling-type truck
Towing with a wheel lift-type truck
From the front Vehicles with an automatic trans-
mission: Use a towing dolly
under the rear wheels.
Vehicles with a manual transmis-
sion: We recommend using a
towing dolly under the rear
wheels.
When not using a towing dolly,
release the parking brake and
shift the shift lever to N.
NOTICE
■To prevent body damage
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light tur ns on or a war ning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle
may be dangerous.The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Scion dealer.
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Scion dealer.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Brake system warning light
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released the system is operating normally.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Low engine oil pressure warning light Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you have a flat tire
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided.
■Before jacking up the vehicle
●Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift lever to P (vehicles with an automatic transmis-
sion) or R (vehicles with a manual transmission).
● Stop the engine.
● Turn on the emergency flashers.
■ Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Jack Jack handle
Spare tire
Towing eyelet
Screwdriver Wheel nut
wrench

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (vehicles with an automatic transmission)
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there
may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent
accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by
your Scion dealer immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to
ensure that the shift lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” position.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flat-
head screwdriver or equiva-
lent.
Press the shift lock override
button.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow:
Stop the engine. Set the parki ng brake and shift the shift
lever to P (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or N
(vehicles with a manual transmission).
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the rear
wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the rear
wheels to help provide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to the D or R position (vehicles with an
automatic transmission) or 1 or R position (vehicles with a
manual transmission) and release the parking brake. Then,
while exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
Press to turn off TRAC.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 30
kgf) while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 45.0 lbf (200 N,20.4 kgf).
Pedal clearance*12.16 in. (55 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.008  0.079 in. (0.2  2.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.37 in. (9.5 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.06 in. (1.5 mm)
Parking brake lever travel*27  8 clicks
Fluid type FMVSS No.116 fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4
brake fluid

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 192
ABS........................................... 174
Air conditioning filter .............. 268
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ............. 268
Manual air conditioning system................................ 192
Airbags Airbag operating conditions ....................... 78, 86
Airbag precautions for your child.............................. 92
Airbag warning light .............. 305
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions ............. 86
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................... 92
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 99
General airbag precautions .......................... 92
Locations of airbags ............... 64
Modification and
disposal of airbags ............... 96
Proper driving
posture ........................... 62, 92
Side airbag operating conditions ............................. 86
Side airbag precautions .......................... 92
Side and curtain shield
airbags operating
conditions ............................. 86
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions.............. 92
SRS airbags ........................... 64
Antenna .................................... 223 Anti-lock brake system............174
Audio input ...............................201
Audio system
Antenna .................................223
Audio input ............................201
AUX port................................201
iPod .......................................201
Portable music player............201
USB memory .........................201
USB port................................201
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .........138
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................326
Manual mode ........................141
Mode select switch ................140
AUX port ...................................201
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............281
Wattage .................................351
Battery Checking ...............................249
If the vehicle has a discharged battery ..............328
Preparing and checking before winter .......................184
Bottle holders ...........................206
Brake Fluid ......................................247
Parking brake ........................149
Brake assist ..............................174
Break-in tips .............................125
Brightness control Instrument panel light control .................................153A
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Parking brake ........................... 149
Parking lightsReplacing light bulbs ............. 281
Switch.................................... 164
Wattage ................................. 351
Power outlets ........................... 213
Power windows ..........................52
Radiator .................................... 247
Rear seats ...................................36
Rear side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 281
Wattage ................................. 351
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 281
Switch.................................... 148
Wattage ................................. 351
Rear window defogger ............ 199
Replacing Fuses .................................... 273
Key battery ............................ 270
Light bulbs ............................. 281
Tires ...................................... 314
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ...................... 372
REV indicator ........................... 125 Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt............. 40
Automatic Locking
Retractor (ALR) .................... 42
Child restraint system
installation........................... 111
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belts ...................... 225
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) .................... 42
How to wear your seat belt ..... 40
How your child should
wear the seat belt ................. 42
Pregnant women,
proper seat belt use .............. 45
Reminder light ....................... 307
Seat belt guide ........................ 41
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 41
Seating capacity ...................... 183P
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